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‘FAR-REACHING CONSEQUENCES’

Doomed Ship Leaks Oil Into Red Sea After Houthi Attack

The Rubymar was also carrying massive amounts of fertilizer, presenting an additional environmental risk.

Amanda Yen

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opinion
TRICKLE DOWN IS DONE

How Bidenomics Has Finally Defeated Reaganomics

Two years into his presidency, Joe Biden has revolutionized America’s economic policy—both home and abroad.

David Rothkopf

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opinion
SEIZE THE MOMENT

How U.S. Black Leaders Can Open Trade Doors With Africa

President Biden’s recent summit presents a great opportunity for Black political and economic leaders to build meaningful business ties with 49 nations on the continent.

Roger House

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NOT SO GENTLE REMINDER

Biden Reveals Red Line That Would Spark War With China

Pointing to Putin’s Ukraine disaster, the president pokes Beijing in its sorest spot, saying “the idea that it could be taken by force will dislocate the entire region.”

Donald Kirk

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HULKY DORY

A Brief Glimmer of Hope for Giant Boat Wedged in the Suez

The rudder of Ever Given moved and some said the ship might be freed this weekend. But there’s plenty that could still go wrong.

Alaina Demopoulos

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‘MODERN SLAVERY’

Virus Nightmare at Sea for World’s Most Essential Workers

Unable to leave their ships during the pandemic, and unable to return to their families, thousands of seafarers have been left to fend for themselves in nightmarish conditions.

Charissa Isidro

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CLOAK AND DAGGER

A Memoir of Sleuthing Out Trade Cheating in China

A former U.S. Commerce rep recalls cat-and-mouse games with Chinese firms.

SpyTalk

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opinion
MONSTER AGREEMENT

Trump and China Agree to Trade Truce—For Now

The sin of the Phase One agreement is that Trump, possessing great power over China, could have pressed American interests further and gotten a better deal.

Gordon G. Chang

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THE LONG NIGHT

‘Game of Thrones’ Finale Blocked in China Over Trade Dispute

Chinese fans erupt after being left in the dark due to Tencent Video’s “transmission medium problems” tied to stalled Trump talks.

Barbie Latza Nadeau

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NUCLEAR OPTION

Report: U.S. Plans Emergency Law to Curb Chinese Investment

Would declare some deals as threats to national security.

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opinion
BALANCE OF POWER

Why China Could Kick Trump’s A** in a Trade War

Beijing’s economy is strong, its leader’s power absolute, while Trump’s economy is confused, and his leadership in vast, self-inflicted disarray.

Brendon Hong

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